Which Caribbean Voyage is Right for You?
By: Broadreach HQ April 28, 2026 High School Adventures, Middle School, Scuba, Sailing, Marine Biology
If you’ve started exploring Broadreach scuba camps or sailing camps in the Caribbean, you’ve probably noticed something: there are a lot of incredible options.
Scuba + sailing. Marine biology. Sailing-only. Advanced diving. Different lengths. Different islands.
So… how do you choose?
Whether you want to earn certifications, explore Caribbean islands, study the ocean, or master life at sail, there’s a Broadreach Caribbean voyage designed for you. Let’s break it down 👇
🤿 What Are Scuba Camps?
Scuba camps are immersive programs where students learn to dive, earn certifications, and explore underwater environments such as coral reefs, shipwrecks, and other marine ecosystems.
Most scuba camps for teens include:
- Professional dive instruction (no experience needed for beginner programs)
- Certifications like PADI Scuba Diver, Open Water, or Advanced Open Water
- Daily dives and skill progression
- A strong focus on ocean exploration and underwater confidence
At Broadreach, many of our scuba camps also include sailing, so students get the added experience of living aboard a boat while learning to dive.
⛵ What Are Sailing Camps?
Sailing camps focus on teaching students how to operate and navigate boats while building teamwork, leadership, and seamanship skills.
In most sailing camps for teens, students will:
- Learn to steer, trim sails, and navigate
- Work as part of a crew to manage the boat
- Build confidence and independence on the water
- Spend more time above the surface, traveling between islands
Some sailing camps (like ours) also include snorkeling and water sports, but the primary focus is on sailing skills and life at sea.
🌊 Can You Do Both?
Yes, and that’s exactly what makes our scuba + sailing programs so popular.
Instead of choosing between scuba camps and sailing camps, students can:
- Learn to dive
- Learn to sail
- Live aboard a catamaran
- Explore multiple Caribbean islands
It’s the best of both worlds, and a great option if you’re not sure which path to choose.
⚓ Scuba and Sailing Voyages (7, 12, or 17 Days)
Best for: First-time adventurers who want the full Broadreach experience
These are our signature programs, and for good reason.
No experience? No problem. You’ll learn both scuba diving and sailing from scratch, all while living aboard a catamaran with a small group (max 12 students).
What they all have in common:
- Start + end in St. Martin (our Caribbean home base)
- Live aboard a catamaran 🛥️
- Learn to dive + sail
- Tight-knit crew vibes + unforgettable island hopping
- Trips available for both middle school and high school students
Key differences 👇
⏱️ 7-Day Scuba + Sailing (Middle School + High School)
- Ideal for: First-time travelers or busy summer schedules
- Certifications: PADI Scuba Diver certification + sailing certification
- Islands: St. Martin + St. Barts
- Vibe: A fast-paced intro to life at sea
🌴 12-Day Scuba + Sailing (Middle School + High School)
- Ideal for: Balance of adventure + skill-building
- Certifications: 1 core scuba certification + 2 specialties; 1 sailing certification
- Islands: St. Martin, St. Barts, Saba
- Vibe: More time to explore + grow your confidence
🌎 17-Day Scuba + Sailing (Middle School + High School)
- Ideal for: Students who want it all; the most immersive!
- Certifications: Up to 7 scuba certifications + specialties and 2 sailing certifications
- Islands: St. Martin, St. Barts, St. Kitts, Statia, Saba
- Vibe: The ultimate island-hopping, skill-building experience
🧪 Marine Biology Voyages (12 or 17 Days)
Best for: Students who love the ocean and want to go beyond exploring it to understanding it
These programs blend scuba diving, sailing, and marine science into one unforgettable experience.
No experience necessary, just curiosity.
🌊 12-Day Intro to Marine Biology (Middle School)
- Ideal for: Younger students or first-time travelers
- Approach: Hands-on, informal, and experiential
- What to expect:
- Introductory scuba, sailing and snorkeling (1 scuba and 1 sailing certification)
- Observing reefs and identifying marine life in real time
- Learning through exploration, not lectures
Vibe: Exploration-first. Less classroom, more discovery.
🐠 17-Day Marine Biology Voyage (High School)
- Ideal for: Students ready for deeper learning
- Academics: College credit opportunity
- What to expect:
- Structured marine biology lessons + fieldwork
- Scuba diving and sailing certifications (2 scuba and 1 sailing certification)
- Studying reef ecosystems, species identification, and conservation
Because students divide their time between diving, sailing, and academics, they’ll earn fewer dive certifications than the 17-day Scuba + Sailing trip, but gain a deeper understanding of the ocean itself.
Vibe: The perfect balance of adventure + academics
⛵ Sailing Camps (Sailing-Focused Programs) (12 or 24 Days)
Best for: Students who want to focus on sailing + seamanship
If you’re all about wind, waves, and mastering life under sail, and want to explore a bunch of Caribbean islands, these trips put you at the helm.
⛵ 12-Day Sailing Voyages (Middle School + High School)
- Middle school: Catamaran (stable + beginner-friendly)
- High school: Monohull (more technical sailing experience)
- Islands: St. Martin, St. Barts, St. Kitts, Statia, Saba
🌊 24-Day Sailing Voyage (High School Only)
- Boat: Monohull
- Route: Sail 500-nautical miles from St. Martin through the Leeward and Windward Islands, ending in Grenada
- Experience:
- Master advanced sailing skills
- Earn multiple certifications
- During the final week of this program, students will plan their own final route and passages
What makes sailing trips unique:
- More hands-on time at the helm
- Slightly smaller crews on trips based on a monohull
- Strong focus on teamwork + leadership
- Time for snorkeling, island exploration, and water sports
🤿 Advanced Scuba Camps for Certified Divers
Best for: Certified divers ready to level up
Already scuba certified? These programs are all about going further: more dives, more skills, more certifications.
🐠 12-Day Advanced Scuba (Middle School + High School)
- Certifications:
- Advanced Open Water
- Rescue Diver
- Emergency First Response
- Specialty certifications
- Plus, 1 sailing certification
- Focus: Fast-track your dive training
🐟 17-Day Junior Divemaster (High School only)
- Leadership-focused training; earn the highest certification available to amateur divers
- Ideal for students considering future dive careers
🌋 21-Day Windward Islands Advanced Scuba (Middle School + High School)
- Our only scuba program in the Windward Islands
- Highlights:
- Drift diving
- Lush, less-traveled islands
- High dive volume
- Certifications: Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver, Emergency First Responder + 5 specialties and 1 sailing certification
What sets these apart:
- Dive-intensive (more time underwater)
- Less focus on sailing
- Advanced skills and confidence-building
Liveaboard life not for you? We also offer several land-based advanced scuba trips, like our 12-Day Bonaire Rescue Diver trip.
🌟 So… Which Caribbean Voyage Is Right for You?
Whether you’re comparing scuba camps, marine biology camps, or sailing camps, the best choice is the one that matches your goals, experience level, and sense of adventure.
Still deciding? Start here:
- Want to try everything? → Scuba + Sailing (12 or 17-day)
- Love the ocean and science? → Marine Biology Voyages
- Want to focus on sailing? → Sailing Voyages
- Already certified and want to level up your diving? → Advanced Scuba
No matter which you choose, you’ll:
- Live aboard a boat 🛥️
- Explore multiple Caribbean islands
- Build confidence, independence, and real-world skills
- Make friendships that last long after summer ends
If you’re looking for a summer that’s more than just a trip—something hands-on, meaningful, and unforgettable—you really can’t go wrong.
The only question is… where will your adventure take you? 🌊✨
